DERMABRASION

If you rub away at your skin with a rough face cloth you will remove the superficial layer of cells. That is a very mild form of dermabrasion. For people who have a very bad complexion, dermatologists and beauticians sometimes offer a more severe form of dermabrasion, using a special brush or chemicals. Unfortunately, there are many potential hazards with this type of treatment. The exposure of a layer of raw skin can result in permanent damage and scarring. In my view this type of treatment should only be used as a last resort and never by anyone other than a skilled cosmetic surgeon or a specialist dermatologist.